About this role
Surprisingly STEM: Aerospace Careers and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
Virtual Event:
- Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. ET
- Registration Deadline: Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Target Audience: High School, Career Technical/Trade Education, and College/University Students
Join NASA for a Surprisingly STEM Virtual Live Session! Get an exciting inside look at the development of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope with a mechanical engineer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Discover the essential roles that engineers and tradespeople play in constructing massive space observatories, learn why cleanroom protocols matter, and get expert tips for launching your own career in aerospace!
For Students Interested in:
- Engineering
- Skilled Trades
- Applied STEM Programs and
- Technical Careers
Interactive Learning Experience:
During this event, students will hear directly from subject matter experts at Goddard as they share their career journeys, describe what their typical workday looks like, and highlight the diverse pathways available to students interested in technical careers at the agency.
For questions about this virtual event, please email [email protected].
**Eligible Applicants:** Student and Educator
**Academic Level:** 9, 10, 11, 12, Undergraduate Freshman, Undergraduate Sophomore, Undergraduate Junior, Undergraduate Senior
**Activity Type:** Virtual
**Citizenship:** US Citizen Only
**Type:** Pre-College STEM Experience